Technical Intern

Company: DRS Technologies Inc
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

Job ID: 100645 Leonardo Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.Job SummaryPosition: Intern I TechnicalAs a Daylight Solutions intern, you are part of a team with a strong entrepreneurial spirit that runs through each department. You'll roll up your sleeves and start making meaningful contributions right away, without the interference of red tape or company politics. We value creative thinking and a can-do-attitude. Our inclusive and collaborative culture comes from the top, with a management team that focuses on encouraging all employees to learn, contribute and make a difference. Our servant-based leadership model means you receive support from managers and co-workers to do your job as effectively as possible. Your manager is there to help remove roadblocks and ensure that you have the resources needed to perform at your best. Job Location: San Diego, CAPosition Summary: Are you looking for an engineering internship where you can make meaningful contributions while learning a lot and having fun? Come join the fun at Daylight you won't want to miss it. Participate in brown bag events, BBQ, and Pizza party. You're in the right place! At Daylight Solutions.You'll get to work on projects that impact the business. You'll gain exposure to how a real engineering team works, from sprint planning to shipping code and be mentored by experienced engineers from all backgrounds. You'll work with a multi-disciplinary engineering team, with a variety of experiences. We have positions across multiple disciplines. or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. #DLSJob ResponsibilitiesWhile working as a Daylight Technical Intern you may perform the following:--- You will assist engineers in performing various engineering assignment--- You will follow work instructions that will help you understand the fundamentals of Daylight and also learn new thing--- Under the supervision of engineers you will conduct limited scope testing--- You may assist with the research in a particular field--- You will assist conducting design analysis and/or calculations under the supervision of engineers--- Assist engineers with appropriate design details--- You will have opportunity to perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, programs and practices--- We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visasJob Responsibilities Part IISpecialties may include:Applications: Researches, collects, and reports information on the ability and capacity of company products. Aids in the design and development of equipment and systems, and redesign of existing systems to fulfill the needs of customers. May act as technical liaison to the sales team in assisting them qualify opportunities.Electrical: Involved with the design, development, modification and analysis of various electronics systems. May include Hardware, Power Engineering, Power Electronic Engineering, Electromagnetic Engineering, and Integrated Circuit Engineering, Components or others. Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions in existing products or systems and makes modifications as needed. Compiles and evaluates design and test data. Analyzes, develops and recommends design approaches.Laser: Involved in the development, characterization and improvement of laser systems. Assist in the definition of engineering requirements, assemble, characterize and validate new lasers or improvements of existing laser systems. Identify optical components including lenses, laser materials, fiber optics, and other related components. Assist in the specification, purchasing, and qualification of laser parts.Mechanical: Involved with the design, fabrication and modification of mechanical and/or electro mechanical components, sub-systems and systems. May include Mechanical Analysis, Aerodynamics/Fluids, Thermal, Fluid Systems, Mechanical Packaging, or others. Evaluates and recommends design approaches to meet production requirements for new or improved products or services. Investigates solutions to product or process problems. Optical: Involved with the overall development of optical systems. Coordinates with multi-disciplined team members to select and qualify optical components. Develops performance models and test procedures. Products/Process: Involved with the design, development, modification and analysis of laser system production process. Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems with existing processes or products and makes modifications and improvements as needed. Compiles and evaluates process or product design and test data. Evaluates and recommends design approaches to meet production requirements for new or improved products or processes. Working knowledge of statistical techniques in process development such as Design of Experiments and SPC a plus.Software: Involved with the design, development, analysis, testing and debugging of computer software applications and/or systems. May include Image and Signal Processing, Real-time,Firmware. Operator/Machine Interface or others. Develops software tools including operating systems, compilers, routers, networks, utilities, databases, and Internet-related tools. Determines hardware compatibility. Completes documentation and procedures for installation and maintenance. Interacts with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications. Some experience in a few of following areas: C++ development for MS Windows.Windows desktop Graphical User Interfaces. Instrument control and communication, Multi-threading, and database interaction. Test instrument control through a variety of communication protocols. SQL Server Relational databases. Version control systems such as SVN or Git. Report generation. Software validation and testing.Test: Involved with the design and development of test programs to measure the functionality and integrity of products and services. Writes test procedures and protocols to assess product reliability and evaluates the ability of products to meet performance standards and specifications. Debugs test hardware and software.Qualifications--- High School Diploma/GED; some progress towards college degree (i.e. engineering student) with 0+ years' experience--- Prefers freshman or sophomore working towards BS in Engineering--- Excellent verbal and written communication--- Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network--- Experience with MS Office--- Ability to multitask--- Must be diligent, hardworking, and quick to learn--- We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visasPHYSICAL DEMANDS:--- Lifting: yes 20 lbs 0-25%--- Walking: yes 0-25%--- Climbing: yes 0-10%--- Bending: yes 0-10%--- Sitting: yes 0-75%--- Standing: yes 0-50%--- Stooping: yes 0-10%--- Kneeling: yes 0-10%--- Travel: no 0%Leonardo DRS, Inc. its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital, veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. #DLSLeonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Job Requirements:SDL2017

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